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Japanese Kanji Dictionary

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Kanji data is derived from EDRDG KANJIDIC2 and KRADFILE under CC BY-SA 4.0, with attribution and regular updates. Data documentation and licence

KANJI LOOKUP BY RADICAL AND STROKES

Find a Kanji by reading, radical, stroke count, or component

When you cannot read a Kanji, narrow it by radical and total strokes or enter a component you recognize. Learners can also filter by Japanese school grade.

On, Kun, and name readings

Separate common Sino-Japanese, native Japanese, and Nanori readings for each character.

Radical, strokes, and parts

Review the classical radical number, accepted total stroke count, and visible KRADFILE components.

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Open the Japanese stroke-order animation or send the selected Kanji to a printable worksheet.

Japanese Kanji dictionary questions

How can I find a Kanji when I do not know its reading?

Choose its radical and approximate total strokes, or type a component you can recognize.

What is the difference between On-yomi and Kun-yomi?

On readings generally derive from historical Chinese readings; Kun readings map Kanji to native Japanese words. Vocabulary context still determines the actual reading.

How often is the dictionary updated?

The local index is rebuilt from current EDRDG KANJIDIC2 and KRADFILE data and checked at least monthly as required by the licence.